Description

Water and wastewater treatment is fast becoming a restraint for the Canadian oil sands industry. With large volumes of fresh water being sourced and with expected growth for extraction in the oil sands, oil operators are seeking innovative ways to reuse and recycle wastewater. This market insight discusses the environmental strategies that can help operators limit their freshwater use; it also highlights key technologies in the industry. Topics include specific case studies as well as the strategies implemented and challenges faced in the oil sands. The base year is 2012.